The 2002 Sentra SE-R goes on sale in fall 2001 and will be available in two models, SE-R and SE-R Spec V, which is geared towards the true performance-minded driver. Highlights of the 2002 Sentra SE-R performance sedan include:

Body

• Nissan Skyline-style front fascia with mesh grille and large fog lights

• Body-colour side sill extensions and rear spoiler

Engine and Driveline

• 16-valve 2.5-litre DOHC 4-cylinder producing 175 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque (SE-R Spec V) 165 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque (SE-R)

• 6-speed manual transmission (SE-R Spec V), 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission (SE-R)

• Helical limited-slip front differential (SE-R Spec V)

Suspension, Steering and Braking

• Sport-tuned MacPherson strut front suspension; large front and rear stabilizer bars; front strut tower brace

• Sport-tuned rear Multi-Link Beam™ suspension

• 4-wheel disc brakes with available ABS

• SE-R Spec V features increased spring rates and 17-inch wheels and tires

Interior Features

• 9-speaker 300-watt Rockford Fosgate®-powered audio system with 8-inch subwoofer (optional on SE-R and SE-R Spec V)

• Air conditioning standard for SE-R and Spec V

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob (SE-R), with red stitching for SE-R Spec V

• Lava-coloured Skyline-style sports seats with red and black accents (SE-R Spec V)

• Red meter illumination and all-metallic meter finish

Safety and Security

• Second generation supplemental air bags

• Available Vehicle Security System with Immobilizer

Manufacturing

• Exterior designed at Nissan Design America (NDA), La Jolla, California and Nissan Technical Center North America, Farmington Hills, Michigan (NTCNA-FH); Interior designed at Nissan Design Europe (NDE), NDA and NTCNA-FH

• Assembled by Nissan Mexicana SA de CV (NMEX-DF), Aguascalientes, Mexico